How long do harpists play for?
Harpists play for about 45-50 minutes, then take a 15-minute break to rest, drink water, and play beautiful music again. A harp performance often lasts two sets, or around two hours in total.
Hire a harpist in Glasgow for your wedding, party or event. Whether you're booking a wedding harpist to set the mood as you walk down the aisle or you need some beautiful harp music to accompany a drinks reception, you've come to the right place! Our professional classically-trained harp players can perform anything from pop covers to classical showpieces to create the perfect angelic ambiance at your event. Browse our selection of the 46 best harp players local to Glasgow here.
Scottish award winning professional harpist. With years of experience, Sophie is committed to adding that special touch to your occasion.
'Sam's performance was stunning. We could not have dreamt of a better way to have our wedding ceremony started.' Award winning harpist!
Pippa is a contemporary harpist based on the west coast of Scotland with over 10 years experience as a performer.
Award-winning professional pedal harpist and clarsach player. With years of experience, Eleanor is guaranteed to complete your occasion.
Current student at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Harpist and clarsach player available for any function, weddings and orchestral work
Classical harpist and Clarsach player. Recently graduated Bachelor of Music Performance with Honours from Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
Professional Irish Harpist available for all occasions.
Striving to lift your spirits through harp music.
Emma is a versatile and skilled musician whose style is rooted in folk but has played rock, blues, pop and even dance hits in nightclubs!
The perfect addition to your event, Hannah is a young Scottish harpist with much experience and can play a variety of genres at any venue!
Magnificent music and a beautiful atmosphere from a first-class professional harpist. Pop, classical, bollywood, Disney, jazz, folk & more ♥
Manchester based harpist providing classical and contemporary harp music for any occasion.
Singing harpist and pianist playing contemporary songs, adding a unique twist to the traditional wedding instrument!
Award-winning harpist available for solo and orchestral work, weddings, events and private tuition in North England and the Midlands.
Professional electric and acoustic harpist who would love to make your event a magical experience for you and your guests
Oona is an accomplished harpist with 20 years' experience playing for weddings and functions throughout North West England and North Wales.
Anita is one of the most accomplished harpists in the North East! She has played to Royalty and performed on TV (period drama).
Maxine is a stunning Harpist based in the North West. She has an extensive repertoire and can create a special ambience for any occasion.
Harpists play for about 45-50 minutes, then take a 15-minute break to rest, drink water, and play beautiful music again. A harp performance often lasts two sets, or around two hours in total.
Harpists are perfect for occasions (or portions of occasions) where you want live music but don't want it to be the main attraction. Wedding harpists are particularly common but the harp is also suited for corporate events and funerals/memorial ceremonies, typically as background music during the sections where visitors are chatting, such as drinks receptions.
Yes! Harpists enjoy adding new compositions to their repertoire, and if they can't find an arrangement, they will often compose one for your event. This may result in an additional fee for your booking, but it is definitely worth the extra cost to have such a unique form of party entertainment.
Professional harpists are versatile musicians capable of playing a wide variety of music genres. While classical music is their forte, they can also perform contemporary, popular, and even experimental music. Classical harpists excel in Baroque, Romantic, and modern compositions, including works by renowned composers like Bach, Mozart, and Debussy. Additionally, harpists can arrange and perform traditional folk music from various cultures, showcasing the harp's adaptability to diverse musical traditions. They can enchant listeners with Celtic tunes, Middle Eastern melodies, and Latin American folk songs. Harp players can also play modern hits, film scores, jazz classics, and even well-liked rock or pop tunes, providing a distinctive and refined rendition of these genres. You can browse and filter through our varied collection of 145 harpists for hire to find one that will play the genres you're looking for. You can also speak to one of our experts to get tailored advice on booking a harpist for your event.
Yes, harpists will bring their own harp and the majority of harpists will have a music stand and a stool. However, they may occasionally need you to provide a chair. There should also be sufficient lighting in the area where they will be playing.